August, 2023

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AI-Powered Medical Device Helps Radiologists Detect Lung Nodules in Chest X-Rays

MedImaging Radiography

An AI-powered medical device employs sophisticated computer vision technology to identify lung nodules and masses in chest X-rays, aiding clinicians in early lung cancer detection.

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MRI Scans Improve Prostate Cancer Diagnosis in Screening Trial

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Tue, 08/22/2023 - 18:06 August 22, 2023 — Using MRI as a screening test alongside PSA density allowed detection of cancers that would have been missed by the blood test alone, according to new research from UCL, UCLH and King’s College London. The REIMAGINE study , published in BMJ Oncology, is the first study to use MRI scans with prostate specific antigen (PSA) density to assess the need for further standard NHS tests.

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AI Tool Diagnoses Muscle Wasting in Head and Neck Cancer Patients from CT Scans

MedImaging General Imaging

Researchers have developed an AI tool that can quickly and accurately diagnose sarcopenia, or muscle wasting, using CT scans of the neck in patients with head and neck cancer.

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Riding a Wave to Better Medical Diagnosis

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Thu, 08/24/2023 - 16:02 August 24, 2023 — Medical imaging via X-rays , CT scans , MRIs and ultrasounds provide health-care professionals with unique perspectives and a better understanding of what’s happening inside a patient’s body. Using various forms of waves, these machines can visualize many unseen ailments and diseases. This imaging is beneficial for health-care professionals to make correct diagnoses, but the added insight of spectroscopy provides even more detail.

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Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies

Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.

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Inflation-adjusted Medicare pay in radiology has decreased by $2.8B since 2005

Radiology Business

This occurred during a period when radiologists took on an increasing workload, with relative value units leaping 13.1% during the 16-year study period.

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Empowering Women: The Importance of Mammography in Breast Cancer Prevention

Professional Radiology

Women’s health is an essential topic that should be discussed every day, especially in the healthcare sector. Every year, breast cancer affects millions of women worldwide, causing serious physical and emotional trauma. One way to fight this disease is through early detection, and this is where mammography comes into play. At Professional Radiology, we believe early detection is the key to effective breast cancer prevention.

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PCCT effectively images the lumbar spine with lower radiation dose

AuntMinnie

Photon-counting CT (PCCT) can image the lumbar spine at lower radiation dos. Read more on AuntMinnie.

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The Nudge Manifesto

Ben White

From the free ebook A Manifesto for Applying Behavioral Science from the UK’s Behavioural Insights Team: The other concern is that [behavorial science] theories can make specific predictions, but they are disconnected from each other – and from a deeper, general framework that can provide broader explanations (like evolutionary theory, for example).

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Common cancer screenings may not lead to longer lives, with 1 key exception

Health Imaging

New research out of Norway focused on 6 common cancer screening tests, tracking their impact on more than 2 million patients.

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Maximize Your Radiology Center’s Performance With Specialized Scheduling

Patient-centric scheduling can only be achieved through optimized radiology workflows, effective communications between staff and physicians, and, of course, through specialized schedulers. In this guide, we’ll take you through a step-by-step process to transform your radiology center into a high-performance hub of medical imaging.

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American College of Radiology voices concerns around CMS’ approach to bolstering payment for emerging technologies

Radiology Business

The federal agency aims to grant seniors “more timely and predictable” access to innovative new treatment and diagnosis methods.

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Combining AI models leads to better breast cancer risk assessments

Health Imaging

A new study out of Denmark suggests two advanced artificial intelligence algorithms are better than one.

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AHRA, the Association for Medical Imaging Management, names new top executive

Radiology Business

The Washington, D.C., trade group has appointed Jason Newmark as its new executive director and slated Oct. 23 as his start date.

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Radiology Partners proposes best practices for acute stroke care

Radiology Business

El Segundo, California-based RP said the recommendations are derived from current guidelines and the “extensive expertise” of its neuroradiology division.

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The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer

About 40% of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, and patients are getting younger. At the same time, the cost of treatment continues to rise, with employers spending 8.5% more on cancer care for each employee than they did last year. The best thing employers can do for their employees and business tomorrow is to invest in cancer detection and care today.

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Cloud-based collaboration platform Collective Minds Radiology raises $7.6M

Radiology Business

The Sweden-based firm plans to accelerate the expansion of its commercial product, which also facilitates education, research and clinical consultation.

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Physician misses CT results on discharge summary, resulting in 2-year cancer diagnosis delay

Radiology Business

"I am incredulous that I would not have done this immediately," the general practitioner wrote in a letter to the woman, according to the recently released results of an investigation.

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Introducing MRI into clinical practice helps reduce the rate of unnecessary prostate biopsies

Radiology Business

“We argue that the results could be replicated elsewhere if guidelines are followed and the urologist and MRI radiologist are dedicated,” researchers noted.

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FDA temporarily halts mammography services at critical access hospital, claiming they posed ‘serious risk to human health’

Radiology Business

Phelps Memorial Health Center has completed the necessary remedies, including notifying any women who underwent breast imaging the last two years.

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Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.

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New AI model helps radiologists ID breast cancer lesions on ultrasound images

Health Imaging

Using the new-look algorithm consistently improved reader accuracy, especially among less experienced radiologists. It also helped limit false-positive results.

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FDA clears new AI-powered MRI system from Fujifilm

Radiology Business

The Echelon Synergy MRI machine utilizes proprietary deep learning reconstruction technology to enhance sharpness and acquire images faster.

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Affiliate of private equity-backed US Radiology Specialists reaches in-network agreement with UnitedHealthcare

Radiology Business

Tucson, Arizona-based Radiology Ltd. was set to see its contract with the nation's largest commercial health insurer expire on Aug. 15.

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School resurrecting its radiologic technologist program after 13 years due to surging demand

Radiology Business

Midland College discontinued its rad tech offerings more than a decade ago amid declining enrollment and increasing costs to run the program.

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From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses

Explore the latest insights from the American Cancer Society's “Cancer Statistics 2024” report, which unveils multiple alarming trends in cancer data. Cancer is on the rise among young adults, and diagnoses for 6 of the 10 most common cancers are escalating. With over 2 million new cancer cases projected in the U.S. this year, employers face increased challenges when it comes to supporting employees.

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Appeals court revives whistleblower suits alleging unqualified broker made radiology referral decisions

Radiology Business

Allstate Insurance Co. first filed the complaints in 2020 against Discovery Radiology Physicians, OneSource Medical Diagnostics and four physicians, alleging insurance fraud.

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Another No Surprises Act win: Qualifying payment amount process was tilted in insurers’ favor, judge rules

Radiology Business

“The ruling is a step toward an IDR process that is accessible, fair and efficient,” Jacqueline Bello, chair of the ACR Board of Chancellors, said Monday.

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Medicare pay for most interventional radiology procedures has declined in recent years

Radiology Business

Researchers believe this information underlines the “critical need” for advocacy at a national level among IR professionals.

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Surging demand prompts school to resurrect long-dormant radiologic technologist program

Radiology Business

Midland College discontinued its rad tech offerings more than a decade ago amid declining enrollment and increasing costs.

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?